Jon Flaming paints big but dreams even bigger. The latter, he believes, allows him to pursue full time his passion as an artist, a craft that piqued his interest when he was a five-year-old in Sunday school, watching the young boy next to him draw a jet airplane.  “This was in 1967 at the height […]

Want to kick your spring break up a notch this year? Texas is full of adventurous activities guaranteed to get your heart pumping so you can explore the state and enjoy the adventure of a lifetime. From unique ziplines to off-road adventures and water-based activities to downhill mountain bike parks, there is something for every […]

A clear bottle, a brown paper label, and a copper cap: It is a sight as iconic as the Texas flag and nearly as beloved state-wide. It is Tito’s Vodka. In 2022, the brand that has become a household name across more than just Texas celebrated 25 years of bringing good times and good deeds […]

After thousands of bowls of chili and endless pots of care guisada, wouldn’t it be nice to have a new option for those Saturday afternoons watching football or an upcoming holiday meal? Enter Texas Style Shepherd’s Pie! Granted, this shepherd’s pie takes several hours to make, but we promise it will be worth the wait. […]

Black-eyed peas symbolize growing wealth and prosperity because they swell up when you soak them for cooking. You can use the canned variety to save time; just make sure you rinse them well. Yield: 6 servings Ingredients ¾ cup avocado oil or olive oil ½ cup cider vinegar ½ cup sugar (or to taste) 3 […]

Nuluv, a company that makes handcrafted goat milk skin care products on their farm in the Texas Hill Country, actually began as a love story. Jonna Davis, a self-proclaimed city girl who grew up in the Houston suburbs, fell in love with Trey Davis, a country boy who grew up on a goat ranch in […]

If fried pickles had existed during Elizabethan times, Shakespeare might have compared them to a summer’s day. Perhaps Romeo would have waxed poetically about pickles instead of roses: “A pickle by any other name would taste as sweet.” But alas, fried pickles, although a mainstay snack in restaurants all across Texas now, were not even […]

Texas heat gets intense. From walk times to pup-cicles, here are some pet safety tips for keeping your furry friends cool this summer!

Amy Arnold and Jessica Stanley have built Card My Yard, a franchise that eventually mushroomed to around 500 locations in 45 states.

Making fresh biscuits is simple. It only takes three ingredients and a couple of tricks to get golden brown nuggets every time.

With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it is all too important to take some time to relax and recharge. Read more for some tips and tricks on how to destress during this holiday season!

Powder rooms are getting quite a workout as we are all extra conscientious of handwashing etiquette, but these rooms are not just functional. They are the perfect place to let your design dreams take flight. Here are five tips for creating wow-worthy powder rooms.

Flowers are therapy for the soul. Here are some simple steps to create a gorgeous bouquet from supermarket flowers that is sure to delight mom on her special day.

At no time in recent memory have Texans sought out safe, engaging, and educational activities as extensively as they have throughout the last year. As indoor establishments temporarily closed or made dramatic changes to programming, a shift took place: suddenly the great outdoors looked bigger and better than ever before. Luckily, the Lone Star State is home to a number of open air museums whose figurative doors remain wide open; go forth into the great outdoors and explore these fascinating venues!

Try some of the tips below to make this process more streamlined and get that kitchen cleaned up in a snap!